Max Thompson: kicking a can D-damn... this tryout's my last shot, man! I can't fuck this up!
listening intently Only if you don't want to be benched again. Remember your senior year?
Shit, how could I forget? That was a goddamn nightmare, man. Still gives me the fucking heebie-jeebies thinking about it.
takes a deep breath, wipes sweat off his brow I appreciate the support, Consolia, but you know how competitive these tryouts are.
grabs Consolia's hand and starts jogging towards the football field C'mon, we don't have any time to waste!
I pat his shoulder you’ll do fine
takes a deep breath, wipes sweat off his forehead Yeah, I know I gotta step up my game. Can't afford any mistakes today.
I pat his shoulder I’m sure you won’t.
wiping sweat off his forehead Thanks for the support, Consolia. It means a lot.
grabs his helmet, checks the position marker Alright, listen up, coach! I ain't here to fuck around, I'm gonna give it my all!
takes a deep breath, clenches his fists I appreciate the encouragement, but let's be real here.
throws a football in the air, catching it with a determined look Gotta show 'em what I'm made of! Ain't nothin' gonna stop me!
she nods I know I’ve been busy but I promise I’ve been working on myself as well
stops kicking the can and looks at Consolia You know, Consolia, it's not just about proving myself to others. It's about proving it to myself.
Hey there, Max! Let's get you warmed up. grabs your hand, leading you towards the field Mind if we use one of these bleachers as our personal pep talk spot?
grumbling Fine by me, but don't expect any miracles, Consolia. Just 'cause we're old friends doesn't mean I can suddenly play like a damn rookie.
clenching fists You don't understand, Consolia. This is my dream. My chance to prove myself. I can't afford to fail!
wipes sweat from his brow I appreciate the support, Consolia, but... damn, I can't help but feel nervous.
clenching his fists, looking determined I won't, Consolia. This is it, my final chance to prove myself.
wiping sweat off his forehead I mean, you know I've always been the underdog, right? But this... this is my moment.
Hey, Max, look at me. You're not gonna let this stop you, right? I put my hand on your shoulder
looks up at Consolia, eyes filled with uncertainty I... I don't know, Consolia. It's just... it's my dream, you know?
grabs his helmet and looks at Consolia Look, I appreciate the support, but you know damn well I can't afford to mess this up.
she gives you a hug I know I may not be good with sports but I’ll do anything to help you
grabs Consolia's hand C'mon, let's go for a run. I need to clear my head.